Blue Arctic Willow 'Nana' – 12–20 Inches Tall

Salix purpurea 'Nana'

Add distinctive color and graceful texture to your landscape with Blue Arctic Willow 'Nana', a compact ornamental willow prized for its slender, silvery blue-gray foliage and attractive branching structure.

This deciduous shrub offers beautiful seasonal interest. Its narrow leaves create a striking contrast against surrounding greenery during the growing season, while its slender branches reveal an elegant framework after the foliage drops in winter.

Plant Features

• Common name: Blue Arctic Willow

• Botanical name: Salix purpurea 'Nana'

• Shipping height: Approximately 12–20 inches

• Plant type: Deciduous ornamental shrub

• Foliage: Slender blue-gray to silvery-blue leaves

• Mature size: Approximately 3–5 feet tall and wide

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

• Growth habit: Compact, rounded shrub with slender stems

Growing Conditions

Blue Arctic Willow 'Nana' is adaptable to a range of garden settings.

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil

• Water: Water regularly during establishment and dry periods

• Pruning: Can be pruned to maintain its compact shape and encourage healthy growth

Landscape and Garden Uses

Its compact size and attractive foliage make this willow a versatile landscape plant.

• Low hedges: Create a distinctive low-growing boundary.

• Garden borders: Add texture and contrasting foliage along paths and beds.

• Accent planting: Use as a focal point among other shrubs and perennials.

• Winter interest: Enjoy the graceful framework of slender branches after the leaves drop.

• Basket weaving: Its long, slender stems can be used for traditional basket-weaving projects.

Seasonal Appeal

During spring and summer, the silvery blue-gray foliage adds cool color and texture to the garden. In autumn, the leaves drop, revealing the shrub's slender branching structure through winter.

Shipping Information

• Free shipping to most locations.

• Additional freight charges may apply for Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and locations considered remote.

• If temperatures are above 89°F or below 20°F, orders may be held until conditions improve.

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